Feb 12 • 18:19 UTC 🇩🇪 Germany FAZ

Liveblog Olympics 2026: German Luge Team Wins Gold in Team Event

The German luge team, led by Tobias Wendl and Tobias Arlt, clinched gold in the team event at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina d'Ampezzo, solidifying their status as Germany's most successful winter sports athletes.

At the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina d'Ampezzo, the German luge team showcased remarkable skill and teamwork to secure gold in the team event. This victory was particularly celebrated because it marked the seventh Olympic win for the duo of Tobias Wendl and Tobias Arlt, making them the most successful German athletes in the history of the Winter Games. Their achievement not only highlights their individual talent but also demonstrates their outstanding collaboration with fellow team members Max Langenhan, Julia Taubitz, Dajana Eitberger, and Magdalena Matschina.

In addition to the team's success, the liveblog covering the Olympics has been filled with other significant happenings, such as the performance of the German women's ice hockey team who progressed to the quarter-finals against Canada. Furthermore, the Canadian ice hockey team made a successful start to the tournament. The event is being closely followed and documented, with updates provided in real-time to keep fans informed of all the key moments during the Olympics.

The emotional response from IOC President during the opening of the games also contributed to the vibrant atmosphere of the event. This gold medal win by the German luge team not only boosts national pride but also adds to the competitive spirit of these games in Milan and Cortina, where athletes from around the globe compete for supremacy in winter sports.

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